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Paul Havrilka Obituary
WOODLAWN - Paul Stephen Havrilka Jr., 57, of Woodlawn died at 7:55 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon.
He was born on May 13, 1951, in Springfield, the son of Paul Stephen Sr. and Anita M. (Lucas) Havrilka; they survive. He married Judith Paulette Powell on July 29, 1976, at Ft. Walton Beach, Fla.
A granddaughter, Kaylee Ann Havrilka, and a brother-in-law, Mark Atwood, preceded him in death.
He is survived by his parents, Paul Stephen Sr. and Anita M. Havrilka of Springfield; his wife, Judy Havrilka of Woodlawn; a daughter, Tina Bishop (husband, Todd) of Raleigh; three sons, Paul S. Havrilka III (wife, Melissa) of Woodlawn, Joshua Havrilka (wife, Erin) of St. Clair, Mo., and Joseph Havrilka of Woodlawn; five grandchildren, Elizabeth and Gabriel Bishop, Cecilia, Paul S. IV and Hunter Havrilka; three brothers, James R. Havrilka of Springfield, Kevin Havrilka (wife, Cheryl) of Chatham and Mark Havrilka (wife, Becky) of Sherman; five sisters Rita Havrilka, Karen Beckner (husband, Harold), Mary Atwood (husband, John) and Carol Boggs (husband, Albert), all of Springfield, and Lisa Atwood of Riverton; 27 nieces and nephews; and 25 great-nieces and great-nephews.
Paul developed audit protocols for Medicaid audits and mental health cost report and rate setting and was Illinois Department of Public Health auditor for two years. He also was a Fourth Degree Knight with the Msgr. James P. Burke Knights of Columbus Council 2964 of Mount Vernon. For 20 years, he was chairman of the mentally handicapped fund drive and was state deputy for two years along with being a State Medallion recipient, all with the Knights of Columbus. His numerous local community involvements included board member of the Crisis Pregnancy Center, Community Swim Team involvement for many years, Invitational Meet fund raising chairman, Starter, Meet Referee, Stroke Judge and end of Season and Invitational Awards. He was recently awarded for 30 years with the National Government Services and he was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Mount Vernon. Paul was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and enjoyed deer hunting with his family.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Rosary service will be held at 8 p.m. followed by a Knights of Columbus Chalice Service. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mount Vernon, with Fathers John Iffert and Bert Iffert officiating. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Mount Vernon.
For those who wish, memorials may be given to the St. Mary Church Building Fund or to The Joseph Havrilka Education Fund. Memorials will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mount Vernon, IL 62864.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome.com for further information and to send condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Havrilka
Cindy McFarland
October 14, 2008
Mark & Family,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My prayers are with you.
Lester Filicsky
October 14, 2008
Dear Judy:
I just want to extend my sympathy to you and your family in your time of need. It is never easy to loose a loved one, especally one as young as your husband. He, as well as you and your family, will be in my prayers at daily Mass. May God bless you, and may He always hold you in the palms of his loving and caring hands.
I am your father-in-law's first cousin.
Brenda Ketteman
October 12, 2008
Judy, Tina, Paul, Josh, and Joe: Hello, you are in our prayers. The world has lost a great man. Love always, Brenda, Jesse, Matt, Mark, Luke, and John
Bob Leckrone
October 11, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ruth (Fishburn) Coatney
October 10, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike & Marci Kingman
October 10, 2008
Judy and family, we are saddened with the news of Paul's passing. Please except our prayers at this most difficult time. Paul will always be remembered for his sense of humor and his friendliness. God bless you.
Mike & Kathy Svach
October 9, 2008
Judy & Family,
Kathy and I express our sincere sympathy on your loss.
Paul was the consumate example of a Catholic Gentleman which his actions in the Knights of Columbus proved over and over. His pro-life and family values were well exampled.
A gentle face greeted the most difficult situations making all know the task was in hand.
You and your family will be in our thoughts often and our prayers always.
Frank & Barb Schmitt
October 9, 2008
Please accept our sincere condolence on your loss of Paul. I will miss working with him on Knights of Columbus activities. I was impressed with his devotion to the church, family, and Knights. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Deacon and Mrs. David Sorrell(friends of Mark)
October 9, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David Beagles
October 8, 2008
The Beagles Family, headed by Howard and Mary Anne (Renfro) Beagles, extends heartfelt condolences and the promise of prayer to your entire family at this difficult time. While we didn't know Paul he certainly seemed like a wonderful Christian man. (Mary, his sister, dated one of our family members years ago, and we grew quite impressed with the Havrilkas--Such kind and good people!) Please accept our prayers and sincere condolences.
Pam Thomas
October 8, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pam and Aunt Alice
(Springfield)
Jason Quinn
October 8, 2008
Very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Your family will be in our thoughts. Rest in peace old friend.
Leian Breuning
October 8, 2008
Judy and family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leian Richards Breuning
John Chapman
October 8, 2008
My Thought and Prayer go out to Paul and Melissa Family
love ya,
Uncle John W.Chapman
rhonda rowe
October 8, 2008
Judy, Tina, Paul, Josh and Joey,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Paul. It was such a pleasure to know and work with him
when I was director of the Crisis Pregnancy Center. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda L. Rowe (formerly,Rhonda L. Payton)
Barry Beagles
October 8, 2008
To the Family and Siblings of Paul
S. Havrilka:
I have had the honor, privilege,
and wonderful opportunity to know many members of the Havrilka family over the past 3 decades and can attest to what a wonderful; close-knit and remarkable group of people that they all are. Please accept my condolenses and prayers.
Sincerely,
Barry Joseph Beagles
Bill & Jeanie Spainhour
October 8, 2008
Judy, Tina, Paul, Josh and Joey,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel at the loss of our dear friend. Paul always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face. He always had an upbeat attitude and a strong faith that God would take care of things when things got rough. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren and what he had accomplished in his job,
his church, his community, and the Knights of Columbus. This is his legacy. We are blessed that he was our friend. He will be truly missed.
Patricia Towner
October 8, 2008
Take comfort in knowing Paul is in God's care. My prayers are with your family. Patricia Yuskavich Towner
Beverly and Larry Smith
October 8, 2008
To all the Havrilka family:
We offer our sincerest condolences on the loss of Paul. We got to do a lot of work with him in the Knights of Columbus; I was always impressed with his strength and devotion to the cause of respecting human life in all stages. His devotion to Church, family and friends will stand as a model for many of us.
May he now rest peacefully in the arms of our loving God, and may you all take comfort in the knowledge of the resurrection promised him in Baptism. God's blessings to all of you.
Bill Castor
October 8, 2008
Mark, I'm so sorry to have learned about the death of your brother. Please accept my condolences.
Donna Neslsnd
October 8, 2008
I worked with and for Paul while he was State Deputy with the Knights of Columbus. It is rare to meet such a devoted, nice guy who touched so many people in a positive way.
He and his hearty laugh and helpful attitude will be missed
Mary-Jo Mary-Jo Gardiner
October 8, 2008
To the Havrilka family, I would like to express my deepest sympathy at the loss of your husband, son and brother. May the choirs of angels come to greet him and take him to paradise. May the Lord enfold him in His mercy. And may he find eternal life.
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